Ramen Making from Scratch with Tokyo Mom(Vegan Option Available)
Overview
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2 hours 30 minutes
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Hi, I'm Aki! I'm a Japanese mom who loves cooking and meeting people from around the world. As a former backpacker and mother of three, I enjoy sharing Japanese culture in a warm and personal way.
In this class, I’ll show you how to make ramen and gyoza from scratch using fresh, natural ingredients—no MSG or artificial flavorings. We’ll knead the noodles, prepare a rich broth, and create delicious homemade dumplings together.
Think of me as your “Tokyo mom”—here to guide you, cook with you, and help you feel right at home.
If you have any dietary needs—such as food allergies, or vegan or halal preferences—please mention them when booking. While I’ll do my best to adjust the ingredients, please note that I may not be able to accommodate all requests.
Additional Info
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
What You’ll Do ・Make ramen and gyoza ・Craft your own noodles and broth using real ingredients—no MSG or artificial flavors ・Learn to balance flavors with Japanese umami-rich ingredients like katsuobushi (bonito flakes), kombu (kelp), and **shiitake mushrooms) ・Use chicken and pork to create a rich, satisfying ramen broth What Makes This Special ・Discover the secrets of ramen noodles—from texture to taste ・Experience the power of Japanese umami using only natural ingredients ・Recipes are easy to follow, so you can recreate the dishes at home ・Instructor Aki welcomes guests like family and creates a warm, relaxed space About the Kitchen ・Our kitchen is just a 5 minutes' walk from Shinjuku Gyoenmae Station, perfectly located between nature and city life. Before or after class, you can relax at the beautiful Shinjuku Gyoen Park or explore the vibrant shopping and entertainment areas of Shinjuku ・A hidden gem on the top floor , filled with natural light, a gentle breeze, and a relaxed, spacious atmosphere Time & Takeaway ・2-2.5 hour hands-on session—fun, educational, and delicious ・Take home new skills, unforgettable flavors, and warm memories
What‘s Included
All ingredients for making ramen and gyoza
English-speaking Japanese host
Digital recipe sheet (PDF)
Full use of kitchen tools and apron rental
Please note that guests are required to come directly to the venue. Transportation is not included.
Options
Ramen Making from Scratch with Tokyo Mom(Vegan Option Available)
Reviews
48 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Highly recommend
329mitchellt,Mar 14, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Aki was very knowledgeable on the ingredients and techniques, she was a wonderful host. The food we cooked was delicious. We got to make the noodles, fold the gyoza, build the broth all from scratch. I would highly recommend this class for anyone interested in ramen/gyoza, cooking in general or just having a fun couple hours and learning a new skill! Huge thanks to Aki and Yumi for having us, we will definitely be making this food again and hope to visit Japan again soon and take another class!
Wonderful Experience!
O9006JDnikkip,Mar 14, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This was an amazing experience. It’s was a small class and very personal. Our kids enjoyed the entire process of making gyoza and ramen, all from scratch. One son has an allergy and there was excellent communication to accommodate that. Highly recommended!
10/10 would recommend
L5922YWlaurenh,Mar 14, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great ramen making class! Aki taught us about the ramen making process and all of the ingredients we used as we went through the class. She was very accommodating to my husband’s shellfish allergy and made sure he was safe. 10/10 would recommend coming here for an authentic friendly cooking experience.
What a wonderful experience! I can’t wait to make Ramen at home
Highbury66,Mar 10, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00My sister and a friend of ours did Aki’s Ramen and Gyoza cooking class. Communication from the our correspondence leading up to the class and to our meeting at the class, was warm and fun. We made a special request to have a class outside of the times available and Aki was very fast at letting us know that this would be possible. It was so much fun to learn to cook Japanese food from Aki. She is not a professionally trained chef but rather she has learnt from her family which was of appeal to me because we were not after any sort of technical recipes, we wanted to be able to learn recipes that would be easily able to be replicated at home for our families. Aki had some fantastic history about the dishes and her recipes following the classes are very easy to follow. Aki is fun, easy going and very outgoing for a Japanese lady, you can tell that she truly enjoys connecting with other cultures and sharing her recipes with you. I highly recommend this experience. Having the class at the end of the day was ideal as we got to explore Japan during the day and then we met for our class at 5 pm and it was nice to sit down, talk whilst we were cooking and then enjoy the meal we had prepared afterwards. This was a great experience that I will always remember.
Fun and yummy!!
daniellerG4542GL,Feb 25, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This was a highlight of our trip! Aki is so friendly and knowledgeable. Eating all the delicious food we made was so special :) Thank you Aki for a wonderful experience
Best cooking experience
R5892XWandreap,Feb 24, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The hole experience was fantastic! Aki is the best host- she made us feel so welcomed from the moment we stepped into her place. The cooking process was so much fun, and she explained so many things in a great way. Definitely an activity you want to do when you come to Tokyo
Must do cooking class
audreylH7356RC,Feb 16, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Aki is super sweet and welcoming. The recipes are delicious and she even made sure I could eat vegetarian ramen and gyozas, while my friend was able to have meat. She gives great instructions and allows you to be very hands on with the cooking. Would absolutely recommend this to anyone interested in learning to make ramen and gyozas in a peaceful and chill environment. Thank you so much Aki you are amazing!
Cozy Ramen Making
G2436GZviviann,Feb 16, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Aki was very accommodating, which made the experience super personable. If you’re looking for a more cozy, home-cook style, book this without hesitation. Feels like you are cooking with your mom. We made PLENTY of food, generous portions, so come with empty stomachs!! Thank you so much Aki!!!
Amazing cooking experience!
L B,Feb 14, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00If you are considering booking a cooking class in Tokyo then pleaseeee don’t scroll past Aki’s ramen and gyoza making session!! I booked the session as a Christmas gift for my Dad and it’s safe to say that it is one of our core memories from our Japan trip. Aki is so kind and generous, and the food she cooked with us is some of the best we had during our trip!! The cooking process was fun, simple and educational and the kitchen felt so warm and homely. We stayed in Shibuya and had no trouble using the train system to get to Aki’s kitchen! If you are wanting to escape the hustle and bustle of Tokyo for a few hours, cook some delicious food and meet some fellow travellers, then this class is perfect for you!! Thank you again Aki ☺️🍜
A wonderful time with Aki!
jcx,Jan 25, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had a wonderful time making ramen with Aki! Her apartment was easy to get to and to find, everything was setup nicely and was well prepared. It was very enjoyable to be with the other guest as we made the meal then ate together. Aki is so nice too. Highly recommend!
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